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RK09 OWM

2009 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,055 mi
Last recorded72,055 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK09 OWM
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 72,055 miles

o/s/r brake pads getting low

Pass 18 Dec 2024 70,312 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

o/s/r brake pads getting low

Pass 18 Dec 2023 68,464 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 66,583 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 65,332 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2021 65,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 64,279 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 63,166 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 60,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 56,745 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 51,507 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 46,935 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 43,572 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 43,572 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 38,914 miles

childseats fitted to nearside and offside rear seats

offside rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 25 Jul 2013 29,612 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted to offside rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Jul 2013 29,612 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted to offside rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Jul 2012 18,677 miles

childseats fitted to nearside and offside rear seats

How Reliable is the Volvo V50?

Based on 920,660 MOT tests across 54,346 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
7,637
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
54,346
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,058
Registration plate lamp not working 11,891
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,891
coil spring broken 9,145
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,907
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RK09 OWM is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,914 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V50 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,058 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK09 OWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo V50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RK09 OWM registered?

RK09 OWM is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is RK09 OWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK09 OWM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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